A 1920s Christmas with the Grand Traverse Lighthouse Keeper
Travel back in time to celebrate Christmas with James McCormick, his wife and eight children at the Grand Traverse Lighthouse in Northport. Explore his unique experiences as a Northern Michigan lighthouse keeper through an excerpt from A “Grand” Grand...
Grand Traverse Lighthouse Hosting Annual Lobster Fest
The 16th Annual Lobster Fest Fundraiser at the Grand Traverse Lighthouse in Northport will be held on Saturday, August 14 from 5–8 p.m. (in-person and takeout options). Dinner options include fresh Maine lobster or filet mignon. Plus boiled redskin potatoes, corn on...
The Ultimate Benzie and West Shore of Michigan Must-Do List!
A “must do” list for Benzie County and Northern Michigan’s West Shore including restaurants, golf, theater, hiking, great drives and more.
How to Voyage to the North Manitou Shoal Light this Summer
After years of dreaming up tours of the North Manitou Shoal Light, it is finally becoming a reality. Thanks to the North Manitou Light Keepers, visitors can now take a 2 to 3-hour tour from Leland to the deck of the light to explore. Learn more about the tour plans...
Gorgeous Spring Sunset at Little Sable Point Lighthouse
Frankfort North Pier Head Springtime Views
Manistee Lighthouse Shines in Frozen Winter Splendor
This Manistee lighthouse puts on a sparkling show each Northern Michigan winter. Featured in the February 2021 issue of Traverse. Subscribe. Perhaps the only thing more spectacular than the leading lines of the catwalk that stretches from 5th Avenue Beach to the...